African Heritage & Culture events in Sheffield
Sheffield has a wide range of ‘African Heritage’ themed cultural events on offer throughout the year. Whether you want to be empowered, educated or entertained, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From fascinating talks, thought-provoking words and images, to music that will get your blood pumping and feet tapping – Sheffield has it all!
Events listed here are collated by the African Heritage Culture Forum, who work in partnership with organisations across Sheffield to help raise awareness, educate and support the recognition of the city’s diverse history and African heritage culture.
For more information visit their website here: www.africanheritage.org.uk
African Heritage & Culture events
Songhoy Blues Live: Héritage Sur Scène
Experience the dynamic sound of Songhoy Blues, a Malian genre-blending group, as they bring their fusion of desert blues, rock, and funk to Sheffield.
Lionel Richie
International superstar Lionel Richie has announced a UK and European headline tour with ‘Say Hello To The Hits’ arriving at Utilita Arena Sheffield for the only date in Yorkshire on Sunday 8 June 2025.
Oti Mabuse - Viva Carnival
Join the Queen of the dance floor, Oti Mabuse as she celebrates the world’s most electrifying carnivals. From the sambas of Brazilian Carnival to the Tangos of Argentina’s Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, the dance scene at England’s own Glastonbury Festival and the swing of the Jazz Fest in New Orleans, Oti knows how to party.
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
Legend, The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast.
Kinky Boots The Musical
After inheriting his family's failing shoe factory and with a relationship on the rocks, life is proving to be very challenging for Charlie Price. That is until he meets Lola, a drag queen whose sparkle and unsteady heels might just hold the answer to saving the struggling business.
Sheffield 80s & 90s Soul Festival
This June 2025 visit Network Sheffield for a celebration of classic Soul from the 80s & 90s. You can look forward to live acts & DJs across indoor & outdoor stages, Food vendors, and delicious drinks.
We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson
Paul C Brunson, the world’s most influential matchmaker and TV star, brings his insightful commentary on how to create and sustain successful relationships through vulnerability, connection and understanding.
The Sheffield Festival of Reggae
After the huge success of ‘The Sheffield festival of Reggae 2024’, The Sheffield Festival of Reggae returns for 2025.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to the Lyceum as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour.
Babatunde Aleshe
Star of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and Taskmaster, Babatunde Aleshe returns to The Leadmill after selling out his last show with there, in minutes!
